London Chapter
The London Chapter of the Rottnest Foundation was formed to allow Rottnest enthusiasts living in London an opportunity to contribute to the conservation of the Island. Founded by expats Sandy Barblett and Simon Williams in 2016, the London Chapter brings together lovers of Rottnest to raise much needed funds to support the conservation of the Island’s unique environment. The London Chapter provides a strong and unique connection for West Australians living in London, as Rottnest and its preservation has a unifying effect for West Australians of all ages, wherever they may live.
The London Chapter hosts an annual event for the purpose of raising awareness of the role of the Rottnest Foundation in ‘Conserving the essence of Wadjemup’ for future generations. The evenings provide an opportunity to showcase the Foundation’s projects and enjoy great food and wine donated by some of Western Australia’s leading wineries.
The enthusiasm and passion for Rottnest Island from Western Australians living a long way from home is a wonderful reason to bring people together and creates a warm atmosphere at our events where guests share their stories and fond memories of Rottnest. Each year there are also international guests who attend and have never been to Rottnest, but now have it firmly on their bucket list!
Funds raised have resulted in the London Chapter contributing towards the replacement of the staired beach access on the Gabbi Karniny Bidi Walk Trail at the northern end of Thomson Bay. Together with funds from the Rottnest Foundation, the total contribution to the project was $75,000.
The London Chapter events rely on the generosity of many supporters and sponsors and we would like to acknowledge and thank them all. See list below.
